Leader of BTS, Kim Namjoon, popularly recognized as RM, has etched his name in history by becoming the first South Korean artist to clinch victories in all four nomination categories at the 2024 CICLOPE Awards. His music video for the track “LOST!”received nominations in four distinct categories: GOLD Music Video for Direction, GOLD Music Video for Production Design, BRONZE Music Video for Cinematography, and BRONZE Music Video for Color Grading.
During a lively ceremony held in Berlin on October 10, RM was awarded all four esteemed trophies. The hit song “LOST!”serves as the title track of RM’s second solo album, titled “Right Place, Wrong Person (RPWT),”which debuted on May 24, 2024.
Fans of BTS expressed immense pride in RM’s remarkable accomplishments, with one supporter celebrating the album’s success by stating, “RPWP is made for big things. Congrats Namjoon!”
“It’s wonderful to see RM achieving history by being nominated for international awards like CICLOPE, which honors excellence in both advertising and music videos,”shared a fan.
“Namjoon clearly made the decision to pursue international accolades rather than sticking to K-pop categories,”commented a supporter on social media.
“We’re so fortunate to share this world with this incredible icon. So proud of you, Joonie,”another fan expressed.
“It’s truly rewarding to witness Namjoon receive recognition for the artistic brilliance showcased in his RPWP music videos. Congratulations!”one user remarked.
Numerous fans shared their sentiments about RM’s shift toward the international stage, taking pride in his accomplishments.
“Feeling overwhelmed with pride knowing his work is being recognized worldwide is an emotional experience for all of us who support him,”one enthusiastic fan noted.
“It’s amazing to see national news outlets highlight each fantastic achievement of RM, emphasizing that Kim Namjoon is the winner of four categories at the CICLOPE International Festival and an idol in a class of his own!”a fan added.
Documentary Film ‘Right Place, Wrong Person’ Featuring Kim Namjoon Premieres at 2024 BIFF
The documentary titled “Right Place, Wrong Person,”produced by BTS’s agency BIGHIT MUSIC, premiered on October 7, 2024, at the Busan International Film Festival, capturing the creative journey behind the album. Although RM was unable to attend the premiere, his talented team, including San Yawn, Im Subin, Jang Sehoon, JNKYRD, and director Lee Seok-jun, represented him at the event. The screening attracted over 4,000 fans eager to gain insight into the artist’s creative process.
For those unaware, RM enlisted in the South Korean military on December 11, 2023, to complete his mandatory service. He is scheduled to finish his duties by June 2025 before returning to the entertainment sphere.
The album “Right Place, Wrong Person”features 11 tracks, including the lead track “LOST!”along with others such as “Heaven,””Nuts,””Groin,””Domodachi”(featuring Little Simz), “Around the world in a day”(featuring Moses Sumney), “out of love,””Right Place, Wrong Person,””? (Interlude),””ㅠㅠ (Credit Roll),”and “Come back to me.”
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